Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Alabama NewsCenter – Attention Alabama drivers: new law tightens cellphone use in vehicles
For years, safety experts have instructed drivers to put down the cellphone. Now, a new law in Alabama tightens the rules, and penalties, for holding a cellphone while behind the wheel. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter – Alabama Power retiree rides 14,000 miles, helps raise $212,000 for CSU
By: Donna Cope “I’ve been everywhere, man … Crossed the deserts bare, man I’ve breathed the mountain air, man Of travel, I’ve a-had my share, man I’ve been everywhere …” – Johnny Cash, American II: Unchained The late, great singer … Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter – Everybody loved Lucy: The legacy of an Alabama bloodhound
Lucy became a model at 10 years old when she was featured in an ad campaign for the pet-friendly Battle House Hotel in Mobile. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter – Recipe: Grilled Vegetable Summer Salad
Grilled Vegetable Summer Salad contains a variety of deliciously charred vegetables, paired with a creamy balsamic vinaigrette and bites of blue cheese for the finishing touch. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter — This daquiri and Cuban sandwich are on the list of 100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama
A bank vault in downtown Mobile might as well be a portal. That’s because if you know the password (available daily on Facebook), that bank vault provides access to Las Floriditas, a speakeasy bar set in classic Cuban culture. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter — Support state’s farmers on Sweet Grown Alabama Day on July 22
Sweet Grown Alabama, the state’s nonprofit agricultural branding program, will celebrate all things locally grown for Sweet Grown Alabama Day on Saturday, July 22. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter — Can’t Miss Alabama: Chris Stapleton, Zach Bryan, Cody Johnson, Riley Green to headline Rock the South
Headlining this year’s festival is Chris Stapleton, whose Grammy-winning albums and captivating live performances have earned him fans worldwide. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter — Jefferson County schools to benefit from energy efficiency, system upgrades
Seven schools in Jefferson County will benefit from energy efficiency and system upgrades that are designed to not only save costs, but create healthier and safer learning environments for students. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter – Mobile Urban Growers provides fresh produce to those in Alabama’s Port City
A loose-knit group of community gardeners came together with one mission: to make fresh produce accessible in the Mobile community. Continue reading →
Alabama NewsCenter – Attention Alabamians: This weekend’s tax holiday goes way beyond school supplies
With the school year approaching, many parents are preparing to shell out cash for school-related expenses. Continue reading →
